Trying to start the car I hear rapid clicking and the engine trying to turn over, after a few tries the car does start and stays running.
Jul 22, 2022 at 2:52 PM
Rapid clicking sounds when trying to start the car?
2013 FORD FUSION
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,
Can you tell if the sound is coming from under the hood? If it is, check to make sure the battery terminals are clean and tight.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/everything-goes-dead-when-engine-is-cranked
If it isn't, let me know where the sound seems to come from.
Keep in mind, a rapid clicking from the starter motor is usually the sign of a weak battery. Here is a basic test you can do to check the battery:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test
Also, if you take the vehicle to a parts store, most will load-test the battery free of charge.
Let me know what you find or if you have questions.
Take care,
Joe
Can you tell if the sound is coming from under the hood? If it is, check to make sure the battery terminals are clean and tight.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/everything-goes-dead-when-engine-is-cranked
If it isn't, let me know where the sound seems to come from.
Keep in mind, a rapid clicking from the starter motor is usually the sign of a weak battery. Here is a basic test you can do to check the battery:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test
Also, if you take the vehicle to a parts store, most will load-test the battery free of charge.
Let me know what you find or if you have questions.
Take care,
Joe
Jul 22, 2022 at 10:26 PM
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